I'm warm, direct, and actively involved in our work together—you deserve to feel heard and to make changes that actually matter in your daily life. As a behavioral health therapist with a master's in counseling psychology, I've spent over two decades in clinical practice, from residential mental health care to founding Bay Area Therapy Group. I work with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, dissociative disorders, bipolar disorder, and adjustment challenges. I'm deeply affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities, polyamorous relationships, and diverse sexualities—you can be fully yourself here without explanation. My approach integrates EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness-based techniques, and solution-focused work, tailored to what fits you. I also use virtual reality EMDR protocols in my clinical work. I have extensive experience supporting people with chronic mental illness, dissociation, serious medical conditions, first responders, and veterans. Together, we'll understand what's keeping you stuck, identify what you want to change, and build practical tools for your daily life. I accept Optum, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, MediCal, Medicare, and Carelon, and I'm currently accepting new clients for both telehealth and in-person sessions.